Psalms 118:2
Let Israel now say, that his mercy endureth for ever.
Main message
Israel is called to confess that the LORD's steadfast love endures forever.
Meaning in context
Psalm 118:1–4 · A chorus of enduring love — Successive groups repeat the central confession.
The opening chorus expands from the leader to Israel, making enduring love a communal confession.
Further teachings
Faith is confessed communally
The community voices gratitude together.
Cross References: Psalm 118:2.
Applications in daily life
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In communal worship
Let shared gratitude include the whole community.
Do not turn covenant identity into ethnic superiority.
Related Bible passages and resources
Common misreadings
Israel's confession authorizes superiority over other peoples.
The verse calls Israel to gratitude, not domination.
How to Apply Psalms 118:2
Meditate on Psalms 118:2 by reading it aloud each morning this week. Ask yourself how its message from Scripture applies to a current challenge you are facing. Write one specific step you will take today in response to its truth — and revisit that commitment at the end of the week.
Sources & Method
Biblical text
Psalm 118:2 (en).
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